Testimonials from Friends (Quaker) Meetings
“I was charmed, amused, and stirred deeply. Jon offered up a river of positive energy that flowed into and was shared by all of us. Oh, and this is not just for younger folk….. lest the hip hop nomenclature confuse or alarm some of our older members. A true poet/troubadour speaks to what binds us together….”
Susan Britton Seyler, Downingtown Friends Meeting
“The impact of Jon’s visit reached beyond individuals. In May, his ministry inspired a series of First Day School programs, which successfully integrated his music.”
Mickleton Monthly Meeting
“There is a Spirit in this man.”
Walter Hjelt Sullivan, Dean of Pendle Hill
“The stories behind the songs and the stories of his spiritual odyssey were profound and joyful.”
Barry Sloan, Mickleton Friends Meeting
“Deeply moving.”
Max Carter, Director of Friends’ Center at Guilford College
“Jon exhibits that glow that comes out of people when their sense of purpose is strong, whose gift comes to fruition knowing he has captured the spirit within us.”
Jim Barton, Chambersburg Monthly Meeting
“Amazingly fresh.”
Niyonu Spann, leader of Philadelphia-based singing group Tribe1
“Jon’s gifts for and passion with music are strong.”
Westfield Monthly Meeting, Cinnaminson, NJ
“While his musical ministry may really appeal mostly to younger audiences, it’s really important that Jon address older people as well because his youth and energy can add a new dimension to their spiritual journeys.”
Betsy Cotton, Solebury Friends Meeting
“Jon’s music and performances are well worth hosting. His concert at Homewood was tons of fun.”
Agnes Bell-Wetheroff, BYM Young Adult Friend
“Remarkably original.”
Chuck Fager, The Journal of the Fellowship of Quakers in the Arts
“Singular & Prophetic; Jon’s Quaker cultivated performance style ignites the heart.”
Jennifer Hebben-Bagge, Coordinator of FGC’s “Quaking Caberet”
“Jon’s ability to integrate worship and prayer, by beginning and ending his songs with moments of silent worship, felt particularly centered in the Spirit.”
Mickleton Monthly Meeting
“Jon approaches spirituality intentionally and care-fully.”
The Pendle Hill Website
“Jon’s preparation beforehand was impressive.”
Christine Greenland, Coordinator of the Haverford Quarter, PYM
“Jon’s rendition of There’s a Spirit in Iraq led to a spontaneous moment of silent worship; he allowed this and broke the silence after an appropriate period with an instrumental that allowed the atmosphere to return from somber remembrance to joyful worship.”
Ron Akins, Bethesda Friends Meeting
“Jon’s shared reflections on his spiritual journey among Quakers has encouraged our own self-reflection.”
Valley Monthly Meeting
“Jon paid attention to the way people were responding and modified his program accordingly – e.g. engaged kids with a sing-along.”
Lancaster Monthly Meeting
“Friends particularly enjoyed his song about Tom Fox.”
Kendal Continuing Care Community
“I felt that Jon was amazing! His style is very warm, genuine, and personal.”
Member of Sadsbury Monthly Meeting
“During the event there was a sense of worship and peace. Jon was very adaptable and easy to work with.”
Paris Kern, Stony Run Monthly Meeting
“Always entertaining, often challenging your faith, and occasionally radical, Jon can hold diverse audiences mesmerized with his haunting and probing lyrics of his experience and journey as a Quaker.”
Michael Daley, Solebury Meeting
“I feel quite strongly that Jon was present and so connected with all of us. It was amazing how – as he ministered – there was always a loving and warm smile.”
Attender, Concord Quarterly Meeting
“An unusually talented musician.”
Marcia Ormsby, Chesapeake Quarterly Meeting
“Jon’s gentle Quaker humor, his humility and his approachability were expressions of the Spirit..”